ICYMI: spinach is in season

We’re buying, cooking and eating with spinach right now and you should be, too. This is your in-season guide to this wholesome leafy green.

Spinach is a powerhouse leafy green that is a great source of vitamins A, B, C, K, magnesium, iron and folate and dietary fibre.

Did you know? Spinach contains the same amount of iron as other leafy green plants such as kale, collards, broccoli, rabe, cabbage and chard. The source behind the myth that it contains large amounts of iron was the result of a 1930s study in which a decimal point was misplaced leading researchers to believe that spinach contained ten times more iron than any other plant.

When buying spinach, keep this in mind:
Whether you’re buying a bag or a fresh bunch, make sure that the leaves firm and dry; wet leaves will wilt quickly.

How should you store spinach?
It is best to store spinach in the fridge. To prevent wilting, store the leaves on kitchen paper in a sealed container. Fresh spinach can last up to 7 days if stored this way.

6 DELICIOUS WAYS WITH SPINACH

CREAMIEST SPINACH

Love creamed spinach but not a fan of it’s richness? Use Ayrshire full-cream yoghurt instead.

Pro-tip: For a balanced flavour add a little smoked chillies to the yoghurt.

Woolworths TASTE’s online content producer has faced constant temptation since joining the team last year. When she’s not thinking about her next meal (it’s usually a variation of a cheese toastie), she’s researching the best cooking methods for her next article.